Definition of "nonsectarianism" [nonsectarianism]

• Independence from any particular sect, party or denomination. The opposite of sectarianism. (noun)

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• "The semi-sculptural, semi-abstract paintings of Cornelia Schulz and the lyrical, space-creating watercolors of minimalist sculptor Joachim Bandau declare the joy of nonsectarianism, delivering both intellectual vigor and optical pleasure."
• "His Holiness the Dalai Lama always advocates nonsectarianism, as do many of the leaders and great lamas of the other traditions."
• "That does not refer simply to nonsectarianism between the Tibetan traditions and the Zen traditions, or the Kagyu and Gelug tradition, but even within one tradition, a nonsectarian attitude toward all the various teachings that are present in that tradition."